How do I feel more calm while in a public setting?
Staystrongforme
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Nov 16, 2015
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I would personally try to rationalize all insecurities you may have about yourself. I think that it is very common for people to assume that everyone is judging them when in reality very few are judging because everyone else is busy being self concious
thestarstoo
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Jan 21, 2015
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Practice breathing and relaxation techniques. Take a few deep calming breaths to help settle yourself. Find a buddy who can come with you that you can trust to help you leave if need be. Start with places that aren't so crowded, places you feel somewhat comfortable and work your way up to places more out of your comfort zone.
BabiElephantalks2u
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Apr 8, 2015
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Look around you're setting. Think of how you would feel if you were the people looking at you. Take deep breaths and laugh a lot.
comfortingSoul112
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Jan 20, 2015
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Maybe because you don't know any of the people, and won't be embarrassed if you do something wrong, or something that can embarrass you in front of people you actually know.
Anonymous
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Apr 10, 2015
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Breathe. Take a deep breath. Inhale every thoughts that make you feel calm. And exhale every thoughts that make you feel nervous. Imagine you're in a place wherein you're comfortable.
wishfulApricot39
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Apr 30, 2015
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What helps me is thinking about things like what I watched on TV yesterday, or what I'll do once I get to where I'm going.
soulbuddy251
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Jun 22, 2015
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If you have an objective, like to buy some chips or give a speech, focus upon that. If worry kicks in, breath a bit slower and think positive. Some negative thinking that usually occurs are thoughts like "these people are better than me" or "they have everything good in their lives." Remember they have struggles just like you, so a bit of confidence can go a long way.
SkyeIsThereForYou
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Jul 6, 2015
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Stay around friends that will back you up when you need it or just ignore anyone that is mean to you. Brush it off as though it was nothing.
Anonymous
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Jul 21, 2015
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As a sufferer of anxiety, crowds scare me quite a bit. While this isn't a good solution, and certainly not a cure, I've found that having headphones on the move or a book when sitting help distract me from my worries. In addition, practice makes perfect. It sounds strange, but being in public will help you get conditioned to it; look up exposure therapy. It's frightening, but it's so effective.
Anonymous
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Jul 28, 2015
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B.R.E.A.T.H. When ever I go in a public place I just breath and relax so I don't panic and it worse.
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